GASTROINTESTINAL VISCERAL MOTOR COMPLICATIONS OF DERMATOMAL HERPES-ZOSTER - REPORT OF 2 CASES AND REVIEW

Motor complications are uncommon manifestations of herpes zoster. This report describes two cases of gastrointestinal visceral motor manifes tations associated with dermatomal herpes zoster and reviews the Engli sh-language literature since 1900. The 17 cases reviewed were divided clinically into two groups: colonic pseudo-obstruction and localized c olonic spasm. Characteristics of the patients, radiographic study resu lts, endoscopic findings, proposed pathogenesis, and management option s are discussed. It is important to recognize this manifestation in or der to institute proper management and avoid unnecessary surgery, give n the complete resolution with conservative management in most cases.